With the Holiday Season comes many traditions: hot cocoa, holiday movies, carols, holiday games, and many traditions unique to each of our families. One growing trend is the Ugly Holiday Sweater Contest. Whether it’s an actual contest at work or among friends – or just the suggested dress code – here’s a few tips whether you’re new to the game or are trying to improve on last year’s showing.
Consider the Audience
Knowing who’s doing the judging or who you’re trying to impress is key. Are there different features you can include on your sweater that might impress your fellow holiday revelers? Maybe a cute cat toying at an ornament for cat fanatics? Perhaps a pop culture reference? It’s these little touches that can really elevate your ugly sweater game. Plus, it’s critical to know what really counts as ugly for those you’ll be celebrating with and competing against.
Don’t Ignore the Rest of Your Outfit
In the same way good plating and the atmosphere of a restaurant can really add to a dining experience, the accoutrements of your outfit, can really bring your sweater home. Consider what a necklace, hat, or earrings matching elements of your sweater could do to embellish your look. Picking out gaudy pants, overly patterned leggings, or a skirt with crafty handmade vibes can really accentuate the ugliness.
Add a Personal Touch
Think about adding something to your sweater to really take it to the next level. Store-bought sweaters are overrated and that extra effort will really show through. Even if you’re not great with thread and needle, hot glue really brings the holiday ugliness to life if you want to add some poms, tiny ornaments, bows, or other decorations. Having that extra layer of dimensionality can really up the gaudiness and even add a layer of interactivity.
Don’t Hold Back
Don’t be afraid to go all out! Maybe you find a way to add a little Christmas tree on each shoulder. Maybe your sweater becomes a wearable advent wreath, maybe it’s a living dreidel game, maybe a little Christmas village – wherever your imagination leads you, don’t let anyone slow you down. Their groans should only add fuel to your fire. You’ll surely receive bonus points for holiday lights or any sound and holiday music you can incorporate.
Whatever you end up wearing and creating, be sure to take your prized sweater to Flair. We’ve got the expertise to keep all that wonderful holiday ugly alive for competitions and holiday parties alive for years to come.
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